Salomé by Lovis Corinth. A dramatic oil painting depicting Salomé leaning over the severed head of John the Baptist held in a blue bowl by an executioner.

Salomé

Lovis Corinth

1899 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A bold and expressive oil painting by Lovis Corinth depicting the dramatic climax of the story of Salomé.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Living Room · Library · Study
Placement
Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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Benefits from a distinct wall tone
Color notes
Soft sage, Soft gray, Rich brown

About the piece

This 1899 oil painting by Lovis Corinth captures the biblical scene of Salomé with intense, expressive brushwork and a vivid palette. The composition features a central figure leaning over the head of John the Baptist, demonstrating the dramatic tension and psychological depth characteristic of Corinth's early modern style.

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